The shop will be closed for most of this week, from April 24-29. All orders received during our absence will be shipped by the end of the workday on the 30th. Thank you for your patience!
All catalog items are guaranteed original and as described. Our fountain pens and pencils have been professionally serviced and are warranted to be in perfect working order unless specifically noted otherwise.
We are known for our conservative grading: in many cases our "fine" is equivalent to other sellers' "excellent" or "near mint".
Read about our nib grading and our writing samples here. For useful definitions of specialized pen & pencil terminology, see our Glossary. If you are new to vintage pens, see our notes on basic vintage pen care, paying particular attention to selecting a compatible ink.
All buyers should read our Terms of Sale, and take a look at our Condition Scale. Note the details of our shipping options, as delivery time can vary substantially depending on the option chosen. Payment of duty or Customs fees and any VAT or local taxes is the responsibility of the purchaser.